Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. The Newark listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Newark, NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newark. 13 of them are based in Newark itself, and the rest are spread across Bayonne (6), Kearny (4), and Elizabeth (4). Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. GMJ APPLIANCES is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Newark. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newark. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
Closest matches for Newark: Andes Refrigeration (2.5 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Amazon AC & Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Jersey City, 4.7 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GMJ APPLIANCES (0.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Newark, NJ
Most dryer calls in Newark come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Newark
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Newark, NJ
Do you cover Newark and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.